Update 9:37 a.m. I’m only able to listen off and on in the background because of work load today; but, the justices’ questions to counsel opposing Proposition 8. I’m certain that the questions will be equally tough to the other side; but, I’m struck by the theme that seems to be emerging that Proposition 8 while limiting marriage to men and women, it does not deal with any of the other holdings of the court in the marriage cases that sexual orientation is still a protected suspect class. Further, the idea that Californians reversed a prior death penalty case, a much more substantive right protected by the constitution–yet was still upheld. Too early to tell how the justices are leaning. We need to hear the questions for the other side; but, these justices have done their homework and are engaging these attorneys. I have do doubt they will be as aggressive with the other side–as it should be.

Didn’t get to hear much more of the arguments. Below are some links to some of the Proposition 8 coverage:

Yeah, I’d have to agree. My ability to watch/listen was very limited; but, one of the spots I did catch was this guy, arguing a few points. He was the least articulate advocate for his side of the argument. At one point he was so flustered he even had one of the justices agreeing to withdraw their question. Jerry Brown–he’s a character. Frankly I’d like to have seen him argue.